Bolsius strengthens religious market position with acquisition of Boca Candles

Effective April 28, 2025, Bolsius International B.V. has acquired Boca Kaarsen, a company with over 60 years of experience supplying church candles and liturgical products in the Netherlands and Belgium. Boca has locations in Schijndel and Almere.

Bolsius has been producing church candles and related products in Roermond under the name Kristen. This strategic acquisition strengthens Bolsius’ position in a changing and specialized market. The new entity, called Boca-Kristen, which will serve churches, monasteries, and the funeral industry. The activities around luxury candles will continue to develop under the brand Hoogeland 1770. For now, the organizations will continue to operate independently. An integration team is working on a smooth transition and joining forces.